Cross of All Nations, Religious monument in Qanat Bakish, Lebanon.
The Cross of All Nations is a monumental steel structure rising high above the surrounding landscape, built on a solid concrete foundation in a mountainous region. The structure includes a accessible platform in the upper section offering views to visitors.
The structure was built between 2008 and 2010 as a collaborative project between the Maronite Church and a French Catholic organization. Its completion marked the creation of a faith monument representing international cooperation.
The monument draws visitors from different faiths and reflects Lebanon's interfaith character. People of various religions see it as a symbol of connection between communities.
Access to the interior is by ladder leading to the upper platform, which opens views over the mountainous surroundings. The climb requires good physical condition and lack of fear of heights.
The entire cross is equipped with thousands of spotlights that make it glow at night and visible from far away. This nighttime illumination transforms the structure into a glowing landmark in the dark mountain landscape.
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